Seynabou
Seynabou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Zaynab”.
| Meaning | Form of Zaynab |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Wolof form of Arabic Zaynab |
| Arabic spelling | زينب |
| Pronunciation | say-nah-BOO |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Seynabou
Seynabou is the Wolof form of Zaynab, where z becomes s and the ending -ou is added. Zaynab was the eldest daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and the name was also borne by two of his wives and by his granddaughter Zaynab bint ʿAlī, heroine of Karbalāʾ. The Gambian spelling is Sainabou.
Is Seynabou a Muslim name?
Yes. Seynabou is a Muslim name, the Wolof form of Zaynab.
Where is the name Seynabou used?
Very common in Senegal.
Gifts with the name Seynabou
- Seynabou name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Seynabou baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Seynabou
Read more
More girl names like Seynabou
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Seynabou mean?
Seynabou means 'Form of Zaynab'. It comes from Wolof form of Arabic Zaynab.
Is Seynabou a Muslim name?
Yes. Seynabou is a Muslim name, the Wolof form of Zaynab.
How do you write Seynabou in Arabic?
Seynabou is written زينب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Seynabou?
Seynabou is pronounced say-nah-BOO.